Thanks Gordon. The shot wasn't exactly what I wanted since reducing the size for the assignment steals some to the detail. Also, I noticed that many people were discouraged after the last assignment (which I missed) and I wanted to say that I found the assignment a lot of work compared to my regular undiciplined outtings. When you control the shooting environment instead of adapting to nature's offering, it piles on a whole new challenge.

Nice shot TelexStar. I bet it was hard to decide between your two shots. Personally, I liked the simpler shot (that you choose not to use), but I also see how the extra detail in the one you posted makes a better statement.

Nice shots Brian & TelexStar! I've just caught up with this whole "On Assignment" forum and I think it's a great idea! I've seen similar things on other sites, but they always seem to die out after a few months, I don't know why. I really hope everyone here keeps the Camera Labs one going.

I missed out on last month's competition, but I hope to post an entry for this one soon. I think for me, cutting down on post processing is going to be a challenge but in a way it's good because I think it will make me more conscious about getting the shot right in the first place....easier said than done

It's going to be tough for a simple subject.
Luis - you surprised me by using the 50mm or rather beat me to it with the submission !
I had wanted something similar - guessed, once the idea comes, its better to just do it and submit fast ! ha ha Now I have to think of something different !

That's a really great shot Luis, well done! The colours in the water are beautiful. I think you must have a lot of patience The first time I tried mine, it was the evening and I put it in a little fountain that was floodlit from beneath the water. I was trying to get the light coming from below with the water pouring in from above...sounds great, but I just couldn't get the shot and in the end I gave up....so frustrating!